Comedian/Actor Jay Phillips (Baby Mama, Semi-Pro) at the Punch Line

Jay Phillips is a rising star in the comedy world. He's co-starred in the films Baby Mama and Semi-Pro. He's also performed stand-up on Def Comedy Jam, The Late Late Show, Chelsea Lately and Jimmy Kimmel Live. He headlines the Punch Line in Sacramento.

Jay was absolutely great! I would rate his performance 5 STARS without hesitation. His counterparts(the host and the other performer whose name I don't remember) wouldn't get more than 2 STARS. If it wouldn't be for JAY and all the positive energy...continued

OK, I usually love going to stand up comedy events. Sometimes the opener is funnier than the headliner. In this case- they both sucked. The comedian right before Jay Phillips was drunk as hell. Forgot his routine and almost fell off the stage...continued

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Straight out of our nation’s capitol, Jay Phillips is one of the funniest comedians in the country. Known for his intelligent humor and presence on stage, his story telling has been compared to the greats of past and present. His quick wit and likable personality landed him a spot on one of Baltimore’s more successful radio morning shows. That success led him to being named Baltimore’s Comedian of The Year, after winning the award in Washington DC the year prior. Crafting his skill on the road performing at clubs and colleges in every state in the country gained Jay a wide variety of fans.

After moving to Los Angeles, Jays’ career continued gaining momentum quickly becoming a strong presence on television with standing ovation performances on shows such as: HBO s’ Def Comedy Jam, The Late Late Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Starz 1st Amendment. Also with the opportunity to study with some of Hollywood’s top acting coaches, Jay Phillips’ acting career blossomed as well landing him major national commercials, films and television shows.

Variety magazine labeled Jay Phillips as one of the 10 Comics To Watch as a result of his break out year when 3 films that Jay co-starred in came out number one in the box office back to back to back. His leading role opposite Will Ferrell in the movie Semi-Pro, opposite Tina Fey in Baby Mama and role in the movie Prom Night solidified him as one of the rising stars in the industry.

Now in the prime of his career, Jay balances roles on many television sitcoms and dramas, while still producing some of the funniest cutting edge stand up comedy in the business.

About the Ticket Supplier: Punch Line Comedy Club Sacramento

For over ten years the nation’s best comics have appeared at the Sacramento Punch Line. Stars such as DL Hughley, Bill Bellamy, Shawn Wayans, Mark Curry and Chris Rock took their first comedic steps on the Punch Line stage, entertaining thousands while perfecting their craft. The Punch Line’s dedication to comic tradition has earned it the Sacramento News and Review readers’ choice award for the best comedy club.